Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Yamaha Tracer 7
The Yamaha Tracer 7 is more powerful than the Kawasaki Ninja 650, while the Kawasaki Ninja 650 has the lower seat; they are very close in specifications. The Yamaha Tracer 7 produces 74 hp (55 kW), and the Ninja’s lower seating position is a clear point of difference. The Tracer 7 also has greater engine capacity. Their main distinctions are power, seat height, and capacity, so the better fit depends on which of those matters most to you.
Data for different model years: Kawasaki Ninja 650 — 2011; Yamaha Tracer 7 — 2019.
Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Yamaha Tracer 7: specifications
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki Ninja 650Model year 2011 | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 649 cm³ | 689 cm³ |
| Power | 67 hp (50 kW) | 74 hp (55 kW) — Favorable value |
| Wet weight | 204 kg | 196 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 835 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.5 L | 17 L — Favorable value |
Percentages use the second model as the baseline. Highlighting applies only to comparable power, torque, mass and fuel capacity; it does not predict handling or acceleration.
Engine
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki Ninja 650Model year 2011 | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 649 cm³ | 689 cm³ |
| Power | 67 hp (50 kW) | 74 hp (55 kW) — Favorable value |
| Engine type | Parallel Twin, four-stroke | Parallel Twin, four-stroke |
| Bore × stroke | 83.0 x 60.0 mm | 80.0 x 68.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Fuel system | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
Transmission
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki Ninja 650Model year 2011 | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Manual 6-speed | Manual 6-speed |
| Clutch | Wet, Multi Disc | Wet, Multiple Disc |
| Final drive | Chain | Chain |
Dimensions and weight
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki Ninja 650Model year 2011 | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Wet weight | 204 kg | 196 kg — Favorable value |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 835 mm |
| Length | 2,101 mm | 2,138 mm |
| Width | 759 mm | 806 mm |
| Height | 1,199 mm | 1,270 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,410 mm | 1,450 mm |
| Ground clearance | 145 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 15.5 L | 17 L — Favorable value |
Chassis
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki Ninja 650Model year 2011 | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Semi-double cradle, high-tensile steel | Tubular, diamond |
| Front suspension | 41mm hydraulic telescopic fork / 4.7 in. | Telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | Single offset laydown shock with adjustable spring preload / 4.9 in. | Swingarm, (link suspension) |
| Front wheel travel | 119 mm | 130 mm |
| Rear wheel travel | 124 mm | 142 mm |
| Rake | 25.0° | 24.8° |
| Trail | 107 mm | 90 mm |
Brakes
| Specifications side by side | Kawasaki Ninja 650Model year 2011 | Yamaha Tracer 7Model year 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Front brakes | Double disc | Double disc. Hydraulic. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Front brake diameter | 300 mm | 282 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 220 mm | 245 mm |
| Front tire | 120/70-17 | 120/70-R17 |
| Rear tire | 160/60-17 | 180/55-R17 |
Key differences
This comparison uses Kawasaki Ninja 650 from 2011 and Yamaha Tracer 7 from 2019.
Power
Kawasaki Ninja 650
67 hp (50 kW)
Yamaha Tracer 7
74 hp (55 kW)
Highlighted valueWet weight
Kawasaki Ninja 650
204 kg
Yamaha Tracer 7
196 kg
Highlighted valueEngine capacity
Kawasaki Ninja 650
649 cm³
Yamaha Tracer 7
689 cm³
Highlighted valueSeat height
Kawasaki Ninja 650
790 mm
Highlighted valueYamaha Tracer 7
835 mm
Kawasaki Ninja 650 vs Yamaha Tracer 7: which one to choose?
These models are very close in specifications.
- The Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a seat 45 mm lower than the Yamaha Tracer 7.
- The Yamaha Tracer 7 has 689 cm³ of capacity, giving it the larger engine than the Kawasaki Ninja 650.
FAQ
- Which motorcycle has more power?
- The Yamaha Tracer 7 has more power, at 74 hp (55 kW).
- Which has the lower seat?
- The Kawasaki Ninja 650 has the lower seat, by 45 mm.
- Which has greater engine capacity?
- The Yamaha Tracer 7 has greater engine capacity, at 689 cm³.